Forming 3-Dimensional Felt Objects
In this full day workshop participants will learn the basic principles and techniques of wet felting and how to work with a mould, or resist (a barrier), to form bowls, mittens, or slippers.
You will discover the unique properties of wool fibres that allow them to interlock into felted fabric, and learn how to physically manipulate them into 3-dimensional shapes. During the process, you will have the chance to personalize your work by incorporating other fibres and materials as surface embellishments.
Wet felting is tactile, soapy, energetic, and, yes, wet. This craft, dates back to 4000 BC and the underlying principles have remained unchanged. Come learn this ancient art, with a modern twist, and feel the satisfaction of building objects from their individual fibres.
* Please note that you will be on your feet for most of the day, and physically working the fibres (rubbing, squishing, and throwing) to make felt.
Workshop Instructor: Zoë Lianga. Read her PROFILE or visit www.zoeemily.ca.
$125.00
Lunch included (and dietary needs accommodated)
($20 material fee to be paid on the day of the workshop)
Sunday, January 20 from 9:00am – 5:00pm *SOLD OUT*
Sunday, February 10 from 9:00am – 5:00pm *SOLD OUT*
Sunday, April 14 from 9:00am – 5:00pm *SOLD OUT*
To register call (613) 464-2105
Designing & Making Felt Fabric
This full day workshop offers participants the chance to learn the basic principles and techniques of wet felting, discover the unique properties of wool fibres that allow them to interlock into felted fabric, and learn how to effectively layer fibres and manipulate them into a finished piece of your choice.
Project options include a cowl, a scarf, a wall hanging or a length of fabric. Participants will be able to choose from a wide variety of unique animal fibres and other natural materials to use as surface designs.
For those with felting experience, more advanced instruction and options will be available.
Wet felting is a centuries-old craft whose underlying principles have remained largely unchanged. Come and experience this ancient art, with a modern twist, and feel the satisfaction of building fabric from its individual fibres.
* Please note that you will be on your feet for most of the day, and physically working the fibres (rubbing, squishing, and throwing) to make felt.
Workshop Instructor: Zoë Lianga. Read her PROFILE or visit www.zoeemily.ca
$125.00
Lunch included (and dietary needs accommodated)
($35 material fee to be paid on the day of the workshop)
Saturday, January 12 from 9:00am – 5:00pm *SOLD OUT*
Sunday, February 17 from 9:00am – 5:00pm *SOLD OUT*
To register call (613) 464-2105
I spent a wonderful day learning wet felting. Zoë was amazing, easy going and very knowledgeable. Made everyone feel at home and at ease. Thank you so much and looking forward to another day. – Sue Tennant
Such beauty in creating and learning a new art form with Zoë. The space, the food and generosity of sharing knowledge was such a gift. – Tori Poe
Loved the workshop. Zoë is a fantastic instructor! Food was delicious. A great day!! – Anna
Zoë is an excellent instructor and a very welcoming person. I felt at home and guided with just the right amount of autonomy to let my own creativity shine through. The studio and property are very inspiring too! – anonymous
A great workshop, a great teacher! – Kelly Plewes